Comedians Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton from the Celebrity Memoir Book Club dive into the shift in celebrity storytelling in today's digital age. They discuss how social media platforms like TikTok have transformed the way stars share their stories, often bypassing traditional media. The duo explores the challenges of analyzing celebrity memoirs, addressing biases and the impact of cancel culture. They also highlight how online fame influences the authenticity of narratives and share their favorite memoirs, offering a fresh perspective on celebrity culture.

The biggest stories on the internet from August 8th, 2024. Timestamps: 00:34 MrBeast situation gets worse at NYT invesgitation exposes reality behind Beast Games Amazon Prime show 6:56 Sabrina Carpenter addresses Skims campaign & how bestie Taylor Swift felt about it Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/   

The biggest stories on the internet from August 7th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:27 Brooke Schofield racist tweets exposed & her responses 9:05 Rhegan777's "flop" birthday party drama 15:07 Tati Westbrook has settles Halo Beauty lawsuit and exits the brand 16:39 The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reality TV show announced Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

This episode explores the history, origins, and mainstream-ification of ASMR– a genre that was underground and misunderstood for years, rising to become one of the popular forms of content on YouTube today.  Timestamps: 3:30 Origins of ASMR content & community 7:45 The whisper community & early ASMR creators 11:53 ASMR goes mainstream 20:46 How TikTok has changed ASMR 22:37 What happens to ASMRtists when they enter the digital mainstream? 28:12 ASMR in 2024 Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/  Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/04/magazine/how-asmr-videos-became-a-sensation-youtube.html  https://www.vice.com/en/article/gqww3j/asmr-the-good-feeling-no-one-can-explain  https://www.smh.com.au/national/asmr-the-youtube-sensation-all-in-the-brain-20140301-33sop.html  https://www.reddit.com/r/asmr/comments/p298m9/when_discussing_about_the_history_of_asmr_which/  https://www.reddit.com/r/asmr/comments/1y0f4j/meta_what_is_the_very_first_intentional_asmr/  https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/a-whisper-then-tingles-then-87-million-youtube-views-meet-the-star-of-asmr/2014/12/12/0c85d54a-7b33-11e4-b821-503cc7efed9e_story.html  https://www.reddit.com/r/asmr/comments/p298m9/comment/h8jwx7w/   https://www.reddit.com/r/asmr/comments/qdtt7/liliumcandidum27_is_leaving_youtube/    https://www.vox.com/2015/7/15/8965393/asmr-video-youtube-autonomous-sensory-meridian-response  https://www.fastcompany.com/90135533/asmr-the-internet-subculture-of-sounds-that-feels-good-is-going-mainstream  https://asmruniversity.com/history-of-asmr/comment-page-2/  https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-48026974  https://www.wired.com/story/oddly-satisfying-videos-explained-psychology-youtube/  https://www.npr.org/2017/10/01/552422040/the-rise-of-the-slime-economy  https://asmruniversity.com/2022/04/26/how-many-asmr-channels-asmrtists-are-on-youtube/  https://theconversation.com/love-or-hate-tiktoks-viral-bottle-smashing-trend-a-neuroscientist-explains-what-that-says-about-your-brain-211963  https://centennialworld.com/angelica-asmr-onlyfans-transformation-communist-to-catholic-christian/  https://centennialworld.com/gwen-the-milkmaid-tiktok-asmr-youtuber-gwengwiz-tradwife-influencer-onlyfans-gwen-swinarton/   

The biggest stories on the internet from August 1st, 2024. Timestamps: 2:00 Simone Biles & Mykayla Skinner breakdown 4:46 MrBeast addresses past “inappropriate language” amid all his controversy 8:20 Cody Ko has been seemingly removed from TMG podcast Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/     

In this engaging discussion, MrBeast, a renowned internet personality famous for his philanthropic stunts, explores the intriguing TikTok trend of 'underconsumption core,' highlighting the charm of everyday items over flashy lifestyles. He also responds to recent viral accusations of fraud regarding his elaborate videos, revealing the controversies surrounding his content aimed at younger audiences. The conversation dives into the complexities of authenticity in digital creation and the impact of internet fame.

The biggest stories on the internet from July 30th, 2024. Timestamps: 00:32 Rosanna Pansino reveals the reality behind MrBeast Games, alleging unsafe work conditions  5:01 Madeline Argy and Brooke Schofield collab? 7:10 Ballerina Farm audio interview published Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

The biggest stories on the internet from July 29th, 2024. Timestamps: 4:50 Cody Ko and Noel Miller release a statement re TMG Studios amid the ongoing Tana Mongeau allegations  8:53 Ava Tyson allegations breakdown Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

YouTube mega-influencer Tana Mongeau reflects on her renaissance, canceled podcast, OnlyFans, and business ventures. She discusses her changing circles, vulnerability, and redemption journey amidst drama and controversies in her career.

The biggest stories on the internet from July 25th, 2024. Timestamps: 00:53 Skibidi Toilet in talks to be turned into a TV series & movie 3:38 New profile on Ballerina Farm exposes the reality behind one of TikTok’s most popular tradwife creators Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/